1988 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (173 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2010 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort. 2010 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Rondo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |