1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 409 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
