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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
