2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 340 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 1986 Ford Sierra 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 1986 Ford Sierra. 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
