2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Terios | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
