2002 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Matiz | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
