1997 Daewoo Arcadia vs. 1980 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Arcadia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Daewoo Arcadia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daewoo Arcadia weights approximately 770 kg more than 1980 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. 1980 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1997 Daewoo Arcadia has manual transmission. 1997 Daewoo Arcadia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Daewoo Arcadia | 1980 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Arcadia | Tercel |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3970 mm |