2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 5 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Terios | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
