1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
