2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 385 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 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
