1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
