1980 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 562 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, 2010 Kia Sportage, 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sportage |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |