1980 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 792 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sportage |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |