1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2004 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Terios (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2004 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Vega | Terios |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |
