1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 6 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 430 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Taft | 959 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |