2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 485 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 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Terios | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
