1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 12 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro, 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 (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Vivaro 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 | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Chairman | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
