1984 Austin Montego vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1984 Austin Montego (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Taft |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
