1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Carisma | Terios |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
