1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 735 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, 1991 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
