1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 38 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 283 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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 (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
