2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Lanos | Escort |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 41 L |