1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 757 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 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
