1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 344 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
