1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
