1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 145 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Taft | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taft | Galant |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |