2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 787 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.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lanos | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
