1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daewoo Joyster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daewoo Joyster would be higher. Both 1997 Daewoo Joyster and 2007 Toyota Prius are equipped with a 1,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Joyster should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (137 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm). This means 1997 Daewoo Joyster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Joyster | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Joyster | Prius |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
