1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sportage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |