2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1980 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 23 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1980 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |