1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Taft | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
