2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2300 mm |
