1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 25 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Taft | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2764 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |