2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Lanos | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
