2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
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 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 810 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios II | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
