1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escort | Terios |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
