2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |