2009 Acura TSX vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 28 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 832 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TSX. 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, 2009 Acura TSX (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | TSX | Taft |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
