1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 557 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1975 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
