1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Taft | 505 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
