1994 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Escort | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
