2008 Daewoo Evanda vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Evanda (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2008 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Evanda | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Evanda | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
