1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 334 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Maepsy-Na | Sentra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |