1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Tundra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3710 mm |