1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1997 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Primera weights approximately 115 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 1997 Nissan Primera. 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, 1997 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1997 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Primera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
