1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | Terios |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
