2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2300 mm |