1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | 6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
