1981 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 866 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |