1972 Ford Torino vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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 Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
