2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 68 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
