1972 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 39 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | LTD | Borrego |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |