1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 333 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Terios |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |