1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 523 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |