1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 31 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
