2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 16 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham C21. 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, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
| Model | C21 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
