2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
