1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 480 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 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, 1993 Volvo 480, 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, 1993 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | 480 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
