1998 Oldsmobile Alero 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 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alero | Terios |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
