2002 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1981 Renault 14
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 14 weights approximately 87 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, 1981 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Matiz | 1981 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | 14 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
