1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 842 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | Terios |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
