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 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 30 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 265 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 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 3778 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |