1985 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Rio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
