1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 1985 Ford Courier
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Courier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Courier would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Courier is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (137 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Courier. (103 Nm). This means 1997 Daewoo Joyster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Courier. 1997 Daewoo Joyster has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Courier has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Courier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Daewoo Joyster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Joyster | 1985 Ford Courier | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Joyster | Courier |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1753 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
