1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 59 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 14, 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, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1983 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | 14 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
