2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Fairlane 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 1987 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti, 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
