1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 375 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 1999 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
