2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Escort 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 1978 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1978 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 938 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |