1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 32 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1022 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 4379 mm |
