1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1135 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.
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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2789 mm |
