1989 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2003 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Escort | Terios |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |