1970 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 37 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
