2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Matiz | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
