1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mustang | Terios |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
