2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 129 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daewoo |
| Model | Lanos | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
