1982 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 985 kg more than 1982 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Cortina. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Cortina | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Sorento |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 350 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 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |