1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 185 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Maepsy-Na | Polo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |