1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corona weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1979 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Terios | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |