2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Terios | Dakota |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |