1973 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 371 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo, 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Rondo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |