2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 182 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 1981 Honda Accord. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sorento | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
