2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Terios | 98 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
