1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Nubira | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
