2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 12 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 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. 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 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Materia | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |