1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Astro | Materia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |