2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury LN7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury LN7. 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 (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Terios | LN7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
