1983 Ford GT vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 Ford GT.
Because 1983 Ford GT 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 1983 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens, 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford GT | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | GT | Carens |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |