1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
Model | Taft | Tagora |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2820 mm |