2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1984 Dodge Colt
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Colt weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1984 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 1984 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios | Colt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
