1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3510 mm |
