2009 Acura TL vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 25 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 832 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | TL | Taft |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2030 mm |