1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
