1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1180 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |