2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 193 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa. 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 1994 Opel Corsa. 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, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
