1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 376 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
