1970 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus, 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
