1983 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 435 kg more than 1983 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Joice |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
