2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 28 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Materia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
