1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 961 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2868 mm |
