1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Volvo 850, 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | 850 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
