1972 Ford Torino vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
