1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | Terios |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
