2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
