1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Pontiac GTO 2012 Daihatsu Terios
Make Pontiac Daihatsu
Model GTO Terios
Year Released 1968 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6549 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 365 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 603 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.6 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.3 mm 91.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 50 L


 

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