1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |