1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chrysler Viper | 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
Make | Chrysler | Daewoo |
Model | Viper | Maepsy-Na |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |