1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 10 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda CRX. 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, 1991 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | CRX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |
