1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. 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 Honda Life (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Taft | Life |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |