1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Matiz | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3130 mm |
