1979 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 947 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2002 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Electra | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
