2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,494 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 59 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios II | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
