1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Skylark | Materia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |