2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 231 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Morgan 4. 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, 1986 Morgan 4 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Terios | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
