1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2002 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 21 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 400 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 2002 Daihatsu Altis. 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, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2002 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Taft | Altis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
