1980 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 32 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 368 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 187 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 | 895 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |