1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Taft | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |