1983 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Escort | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
