1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daewoo Chairman (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Chairman | Livina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
