1972 Ford Custom vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Custom | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
