1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1990 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Model F |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2240 mm |
