2010 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 187 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Pontiac Fiero 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 1987 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daihatsu Materia | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Materia | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
