1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lanos | Magna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
