1972 Ford Custom vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 1972 Ford Custom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Custom | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
