2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 876 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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 1978 Porsche 924. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 924 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |