2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1998 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. Both 2000 Daewoo Matiz and 1998 Daewoo Matiz are equipped with a 796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
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, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1998 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daewoo |
| Model | Matiz | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
