1972 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. 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 1972 Ford Escort. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Escort | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sorento |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |