1986 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2004 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Escort | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
