1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 30 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 110 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 2012 Opel Agila. 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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Opel Agila | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Taft | Agila |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |