2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri 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 120 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 980 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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 1985 Ford Capri. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1985 Ford Capri | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Capri |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |