1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1996 Ford Tracer is newer by 15 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. 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, 1996 Ford Tracer (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
