2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1961 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 85 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1961 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1961 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
