1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 500 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Taft | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
