1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 27 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 422 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 2010 Nissan Quest. 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Quest |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3160 mm |
