2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. 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 1996 Volvo 960. 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Terios | 960 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
