2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 372 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 1970 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
