1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 810 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |