1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 36 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Lanos | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
