2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
