1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |