2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 110 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 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Terios | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 69 L |