1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX is newer by 10 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 600 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.
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, 1994 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Taft | SVX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |