2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
