2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 684 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Corvette | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
