1982 Toyota Tercel vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Tercel | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tercel | Terios |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
