1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 898 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 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Taft | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2774 mm |
