1993 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 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, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Austin Montego | 2008 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Montego | Materia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |