1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Taunus | Materia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |