1986 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 11 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Avella |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |