2008 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Lacetti | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
