2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Celica. 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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
