1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Terios | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |