2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 27 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Materia | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |