2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 129 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 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Terios | Spirit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |