2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1981 Ford Laser
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 Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 258 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1981 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Materia | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
