2010 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 101 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lacetti | Joice |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
