2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century 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 (262 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. 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 (353 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Sorento | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2662 mm |
