1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 785 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Nova | Terios |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
