1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1984 Ford Fiesta and 2003 Daihatsu Terios are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2003 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Fiesta | Terios |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
