1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 914 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
