1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1632 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Daihatsu Taft 2013 Nissan Armada
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Taft Armada
Year Released 1984 2013
Engine Size 956 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 2652 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1981 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 3130 mm


 

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