1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 1984 Renault 4 is newer by 3 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 4. 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 Daihatsu Taft (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Taft | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
