2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios II | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
