1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1981 Ford Taunus
To start off, both 1981 Daihatsu Taft and 1981 Ford Taunus were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Taunus (57 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Ford Taunus (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1981 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Taft | Taunus |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 64 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |