2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1987 Opel Omega 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 1987 Opel Omega. 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, 1987 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Materia | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |