1981 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Crown weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Crown. 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, 1981 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Crown | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
Model | Crown | Terios |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |