2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Terios | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
