1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 574 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.
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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Matiz | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
