1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Maverick | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
