1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 19 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 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 40 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.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1994 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Taft | Lantra |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |