1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taunus | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
