2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 305 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.
Because 1992 Volvo 850 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 1992 Volvo 850. 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Materia | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
