1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 85 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Lanos | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
