2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 98 kg more than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. 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 Lincoln Town Car. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Sorento | Town Car |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |