1983 Ford Escort vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 973 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 2008 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
