2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Lanos | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |