2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 186 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Matiz | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
