1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 206 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Nubira | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Nubira | Versa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
