2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 900 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Saab 900. 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, 1984 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1984 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Terios | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
