1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 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), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1088 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sorento |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 295 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |