2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 19 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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 (309 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
