2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
