2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
