1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 1,999 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 184 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lanos | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
