2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Telstar. 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
