2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

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2002 Daewoo Lanos 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Daewoo Volkswagen
Model Lanos Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2002 1960
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1348 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2430 mm