2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,823 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Terios | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |