1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 265 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 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Taft | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |