1986 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 10 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 65 kg more 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Avella |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |