2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. 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 Renault 21. 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, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
