2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 50 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.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Probe. 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Probe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
