1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 99 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
