1990 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 20 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 929 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.
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, 2010 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
