1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 104 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL.
Because 1982 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 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | DL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
