1976 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 587 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Escort | Lacetti |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |