1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
