1975 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 29 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 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 121 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti, 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Escort | Lacetti |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |