2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
