1988 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 323 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 323 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
