1995 Rover 214 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 214 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 73 kg more than 1995 Rover 214.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover 214 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 214 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2006 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 214 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 214 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 214 | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Rover | Daihatsu |
| Model | 214 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
