1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 555 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 1993 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Fairlane | Terios |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |