2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Lanos | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Daewoo | Porsche |
Model | Lanos | 912 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 71 mm |
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 | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |