2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 80 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.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
