2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Taft |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
