1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 33 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1135 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
