1994 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | Civic | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
