1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 265 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Taft | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Taft | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |