2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. 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 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Terios | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
