2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Terios | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
