1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 608 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.
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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Terios | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
