1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 770 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na has manual transmission. 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
