2004 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lanos | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Lanos | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
