2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 505 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 156 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Peugeot 505. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1980 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1980 Peugeot 505 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 | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
