1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 324 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.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. 2012 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Avensis |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |