1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Leganza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Leganza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (131 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Leganza weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. 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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Leganza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Leganza | Primera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
