2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
