2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Materia | Magna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |