2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1968 Ford 17 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | 17 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 41 L |
