1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
Model | Taft | Trooper |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |