1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 947 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.
Because 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1998 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 1998 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
Model | Matiz | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |