2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 292 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Materia | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |