1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Consorte | Taft |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2030 mm |
