1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Because 1984 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 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 1999 Suzuki Baleno has automatic transmission and 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na has manual transmission. 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Suzuki Baleno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| 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 | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
