1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 26 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Taft | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
