2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1992 Ford Escort
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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 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, 1992 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |