1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Mustang | Kalos |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |