1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 31 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Taft | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
