1984 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti (108 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | 2010 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Pontiac | Daewoo |
| Model | Phoenix | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
