2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 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 223 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
