1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 30 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | K2700 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |