2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
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 Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 132 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
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, both vehicles can yield 132 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Materia | Sera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |