2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (205 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | 380 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
