2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Terios | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |