1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 27 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Taft | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
