2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Materia | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
