1980 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Visto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
