1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Pod |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
