1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
