1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 293 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
