1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 558 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 2003 Ford Mustang 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. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
