2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Lanos | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
