1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 30 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 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 384 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Taft | Defender |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2498 cc |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 64 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |