1986 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 87 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
