1951 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2002 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | 40 | Lanos |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |