1975 Ford Torino vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
