2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corona. 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 1981 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Terios | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |