1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lanos | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
