1969 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 899 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
