2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalos | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
