2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Telstar. 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
