2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 176 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |