2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Beretta 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
