2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1988 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
