1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 910 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taft | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
