2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada 2105 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 1980 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1980 Lada 2105 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lada |
| Model | Matiz | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
