2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Terios (88 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 113 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
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2004 Daihatsu Terios | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Terios | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |