1995 Acura Legend vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 11 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 575 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 1995 Acura Legend. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | Legend | Taft |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2030 mm |
