1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 575 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 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Fairlane | Terios |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |