2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 960 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (351 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 358 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |