2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 355 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 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Terios | 968 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 92 L |
