2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 97 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Terios | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |