2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 123 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (145 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lanos | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
