2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette 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 186 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1980 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sorento | Chevette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |