2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 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 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1983 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Terios | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
