1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Escort | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
