1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Super 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 151 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daewoo Matiz (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Matiz | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
