1994 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Primera weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Primera. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Primera | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Primera | Terios |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 765 kg |
