1989 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 985 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Retona |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |