2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 755 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
