1972 Ford LTD vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 33 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio. 1972 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pregio 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 | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | LTD | Pregio |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |