2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Firebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |