2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 255 kg more than 1979 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 1979 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
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2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Terios | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |