2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Terios | 145 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
