1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cutlass | Terios |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
