2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Materia | Capri |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |