1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2008 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2008 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corsica | Materia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
