1972 Ford LTD vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 435 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford LTD 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 LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens, 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 1972 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 2001 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | LTD | Carens |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |