1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 970 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Daihatsu Taft 2006 Honda CR-V
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Taft CR-V
Year Released 1979 2006
Engine Size 958 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2630 mm


 

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