2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. 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 (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Materia | Camira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
