1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 804 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Naked | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
