1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 830 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
