2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 846 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |