1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 830 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.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1985 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
