1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 516 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Taft | Dakota |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |