2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1995 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra. 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 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1995 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
