2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1985 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Materia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
