1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
