1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 32 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Juke |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
