1977 Citroen GS vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Citroen GS.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1977 Citroen GS (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GS | Taft |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
