1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 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 2009 Mazda 5. 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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
