2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 107 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Naked | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
