1998 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
Model | Civic | Terios |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |