1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 1987 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
Model | RX-7 | Materia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |