1981 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |