1980 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 29 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, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 293 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, 2009 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Rio |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |