2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 193 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios II | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
