1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 2,551 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 740 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Maepsy-Na | Microbus |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |