1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Taft | Escort |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1115 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |