2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
