2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
