1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 573 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 2012 Citroen C5. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Taft | C5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
