1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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 1993 Opel Corsa. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Terios | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |