1989 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 16 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), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Retona |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |