1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 980 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |