1986 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 377 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |