2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 300 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 300 (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 53 kg more than 1996 Proton 300.
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, 1996 Proton 300 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Proton |
| Model | Lanos | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
