2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
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, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 1983 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Laser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
