2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 72 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser.
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, 1993 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. 1993 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
