2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 101 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1998 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
