1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2500 mm |