2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Terios | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |