1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 7 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, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Taft | 25 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
