1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1998 Daihatsu Terios and 1998 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 323. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Terios | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |