1969 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1969 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 1969 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
