2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 202 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 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 1985 Isuzu Piazza. 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, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Terios | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
