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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 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 987 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 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 | 1499 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
