1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 459 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
Model | Frontera | Terios |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |