1985 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 27 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1985 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 Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Carnival |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |