1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 28 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 513 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.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Taft | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
