1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 737 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
