2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Astra 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 183 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1984 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1984 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sorento | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
