2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Swift would be higher. Both 2009 Daihatsu Materia and 1994 Suzuki Swift are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Materia | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
