2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Terios II | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
