1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1997 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 16 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 75 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 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1997 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Taft | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
