1995 Acura Legend vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia

To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 560 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2011 Daihatsu Materia
Make Acura Daihatsu
Model Legend Materia
Year Released 1995 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 91.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 40 L


 

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