1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 12 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ka (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 112 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ka. 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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Taft | Ka |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |