1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 577 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.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
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1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |