1995 Saab 900 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 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 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Saab 900 | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Saab | Daihatsu |
Model | 900 | Materia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |