1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 1998 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Nubira | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
