1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
