2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Materia | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
