1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 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 604 (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 280 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 1983 Peugeot 604. 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Taft | 604 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
