1992 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1992 Ford Escort and 1995 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 746 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Retona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |