2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
