2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 860 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 911. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
