2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |