2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1991 Ford Orion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1991 Ford Orion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Orion |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
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 | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |