1990 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 775 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Retona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
