1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 887 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.
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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2868 mm |
