1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 343 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 343 weights approximately 180 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 1981 Volvo 343 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 1981 Volvo 343. 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, 1981 Volvo 343 (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 343 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1981 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Naked has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Naked | 343 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
