2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1978 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 1978 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Citi |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |