1986 Nissan Santana vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Santana | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Santana | Materia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
