1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 230 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Avensis |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |