1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 558 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.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
