1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 1975 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daewoo |
| Model | Valiant | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
