1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
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 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Taft | Vitara |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |