2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 105 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, 1991 Opel Astra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Materia | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
