1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 11 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 288 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1994 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Starlet |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |