1980 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2004 Kia Amanti is newer by 24 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 974 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 2004 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
