2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 271 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 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Terios | Spirit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |