2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Materia | Pony |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |