1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1378 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Taft | Defender |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2764 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |