2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terios | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
