2008 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 2008 Daewoo Rezzo and 1995 Ford Escort are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 212 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Rezzo | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Rezzo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
