2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 188 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
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 Mazda 323 (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Lanos | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
