1982 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 546 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Potentia 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
