2004 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1994 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | 1994 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lacetti | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
