1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1323 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Taft | Durango |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |
