2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
