2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Lanos | 405 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
