1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1998 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 Holden Statesman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Statesman weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 1998 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na has manual transmission. 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1998 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
