2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 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, 1989 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 1989 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
