1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 24 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 201 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
