2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1989 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1989 Ford Mustang 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 1989 Ford Mustang. 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1989 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |