2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 85 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 Plymouth Colt. 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 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Terios | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
