2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Taunus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |