1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 2009 Kia Sportage 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. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Maepsy-Na | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |