2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Micra 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 25 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Nissan Micra. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Lanos | Micra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
