1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 855 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taft | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
