1986 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Capital |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
