1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 72 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. 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 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
