1977 Ford LTD 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 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 32 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 128 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | LTD | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
