1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 214 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daewoo Matiz | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Matiz | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |