1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 5 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 305. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Taft | 305 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
