2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1981 Ford Capri | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Capri |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |