1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 355 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 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Taft | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |