1987 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Estate 2007 Daihatsu Terios
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Estate Terios
Year Released 1987 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2590 mm


 

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