2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
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 Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |