1957 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | 40 | Terios |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |