2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
