1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Taunus. 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 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Taunus | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taunus | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
