2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
