1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 32 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), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Taft | Terios |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
