1974 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cortina | Terios |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
