1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 43 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1015 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 1964 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Taunus | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taunus | Sedona |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |