1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 456 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 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 Traviq | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Taft | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
