1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
