1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. 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 1978 Volvo 264. 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Terios | 264 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
