1970 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Taunus. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Taunus | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taunus | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |