1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 235 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 1988 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Venturi |
| Model | Taft | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
