1989 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1989 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 Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Soul |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
