2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C5 | Taft |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |