1993 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 235 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 TVR Cerbera. 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 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Cerbera | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | TVR | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cerbera | Terios |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
