1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
Model | Taft | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |