1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 270 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace 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 Espace | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Taft | Espace |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |