1980 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 27 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1190 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 1980 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
