1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 264 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
