1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Taft | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
