1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Taft | Jazz |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |