2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Materia | Pony |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |