1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 839 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2012 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Caprice | Matiz |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |