1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
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 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Taurus | Materia |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |