1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
