1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taft | CL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2960 mm |
