1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Sorento |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |