2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Falcon. 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |