1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 890 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Terios |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
