1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,495 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 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Fiesta | Terios |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |