1974 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
