1976 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 960 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Retona |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |