1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1995 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 260 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 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Taft | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
