1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Peugeot | Daihatsu |
| Model | 305 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
