2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 102 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1992 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Materia | 480 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
