1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |