1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 457 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 Ford Taurus. 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 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |
