2012 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Laser weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Daihatsu Terios | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Laser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
