2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 165 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 | 851 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
