1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Taft | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
