1988 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II

To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios II has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Buick Electra 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Electra Terios II
Year Released 1988 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.6 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 91.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2590 mm