2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Renault 19. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Materia | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1025 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
