1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1124 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 (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
