1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton 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 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 580 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.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taft | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |
