2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
