1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 11 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 2008 Honda Fit are equipped with a 1,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Joyster | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Joyster | Fit |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
