1982 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Because 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, 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, 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | 80 | Maepsy-Na |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
