2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
