2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 116 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
