2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 507 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica 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 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |