1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1987 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Colt weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Colt. 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, 1987 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1987 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
