1995 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Almera weights approximately 117 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 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Almera | Materia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
