2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 465 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 4. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
