1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 549 kg more than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 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 | 920 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
