2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |