2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 704 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Matiz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
