1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Taft | Joice |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
