1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti 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. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Escort | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
