1991 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2007 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
