2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sorento | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2210 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
