2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
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 Matiz, 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, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
