2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1251 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 1970 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
