1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 30 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1003 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.
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 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Taft | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
