1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 14 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 1998 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 1998 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Equator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3260 mm |
