1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 18 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 465 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Taft | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
