2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Terios | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
