1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 26 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1883 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hummer |
| Model | Taft | H2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3130 mm |
