1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
