1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Justy 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Justy (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Subaru Justy (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Taft | Justy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
