2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1985 Dodge Colt
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Colt weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 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, 1985 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1985 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Materia | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
