1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 101 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.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
