2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios II | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
