1981 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1981 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Cortina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |