2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Century (109 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. 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, 1990 Buick Century (183 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 1990 Buick Century 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. 1990 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
| Model | Terios | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2662 mm |
