2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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 (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Terios | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
