1991 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 370 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Escort | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Potentia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |