1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 183 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |