2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1993 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Daihatsu Terios 1993 Honda Accord
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Terios Accord
Year Released 2009 1993
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1494 cc 2156 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 116 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2730 mm


 

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