1977 Ford LTD 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 LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 237 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | LTD | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
