2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Materia | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |