1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 52 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corolla | Terios |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
