2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 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 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Lanos | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
