1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Carens |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |