1979 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 41 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Rabbit | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1455 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
