1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 183 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 323 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
