2009 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 9 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti.
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2009 Daewoo Lacetti | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lacetti | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |