1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4, 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, 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1981 Renault 4 | |
Make | Daewoo | Renault |
Model | Maepsy-Na | 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |