2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Ford Escort (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
