1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki X90 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 114 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Taft | X90 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |