2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Materia | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
