1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1998 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Metro and 1998 Daewoo Matiz were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 77 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1998 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Metro | Matiz |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |