1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 335 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |