2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
