1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 727 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 58 L |
