2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. Both 2008 Daewoo Lacetti and 1990 Ford RS 200 are equipped with a 1,798 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
