2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 105 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. 1992 Ford Corsair 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. 1992 Ford Corsair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Corsair |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |