1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
