2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (90 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 98 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, 1986 Renault 21 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Materia | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2067 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |