1977 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
