1985 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Escort | Materia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |