2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Terios | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
