1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 266 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lanos | GTI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
