1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 41 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sedona |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |