1978 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler 1609 | 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
Make | Chrysler | Daewoo |
Model | 1609 | Maepsy-Na |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |