1970 Audi Variant vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Variant | Terios |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
