1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 90 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |