1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 30 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 2010 GMC Canyon. 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Taft | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
