1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impala | Terios |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
