1992 Renault 19 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | 19 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
