1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 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 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Saab | Daihatsu |
| Model | 9000 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
