1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 573 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
