1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 131 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
