1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |