1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 27 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 441 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3110 mm |
