2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
