1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 561 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |