2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
