1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 210 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 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Taft | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
