1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mustang | Terios |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
