1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1998 Daewoo Matiz and 1998 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 657 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 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Matiz | Magna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |