1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 835 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.
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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Taft | Antara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |