1985 Dodge 600 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 1985 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Dodge | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
