1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 314 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 406 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Terios |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 46 L |
