2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 866 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 21. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
