2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Materia | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |