1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 568 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 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
