1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
