1986 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 306 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Cerato |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |