1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 13 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 913 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.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. 2012 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1999 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 1999 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Lanos | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
