1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 16 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 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 10 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
