1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Lincoln | Daihatsu |
Model | Continental | Terios |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |