1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1985 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. 1985 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
