1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Daewoo Rezzo | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Escort | Rezzo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |