1983 Renault 4 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 4 | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | 4 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
