2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 45 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios II | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
